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1981-S T-2 SBA?????????
DragonAzz
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Here is a scan of the mint mark. Do you think it is a T-1 or 2 SBA? 
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The good thing about having multiple personalities is that there's always a designated driver.
Yes, I'm an agent of Satan but my duties are largely ceremonial.
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Russ, NCNE
Russ, NCNE
Russ, NCNE
Michael
If a 79-S it looks like a type 2
If a 81-S it looks like a type 1
FYI, for a real world reference, compare to the mintmarks in a 1980 set (all same as 1981 Type 1) and a 1982 set (all same as 1981 Type 2).
The good thing about having multiple personalities is that there's always a designated driver.
Yes, I'm an agent of Satan but my duties are largely ceremonial.
Glenn
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79-S Type 1 - Filled mintmark
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79-S Type 2 - Clear mintmark
80-S
81-S Type 1
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81-S Type 2 - Redesigned Clear mintmark
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The difference between the first two punches is quite clear (hehe). The difference between the second and third (both of which are "clear" in appearance) is much more subtle, leading to many 81-S Type 1 coins being inadvertently (or intentionally) misattributed.
The fact that the 79-S Type 2 is the same as the 81-S Type 1 doesn't help matters either.
There are some good photos available at smalldollars.com under the SBA section. Finally, note that the same mintmark variations apply to all denominations, not just the dollar.
I agree with Russ
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The Type 2 SBA 1981 has a distinct bulbous serif, especially on the bottom end, and can be clear or filled.
Whew, that was a hard lesson for me to learn...
I could have sworn that when I looked at a 1982 set before that it was the same as the 1981 type 2, but I've never heard of two 1982 types so I must have been mixed up somehow.
I did double-check the 78-S and that information is correct.
So, new list:
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78-S
79-S Type 1 - Filled mintmark
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79-S Type 2 - Clear mintmark
80-S
81-S Type 1
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81-S Type 2 - Redesigned Clear mintmark with bulbous serifs
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82-S - Redesigned mintmark with sharp serifs
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Thanks Steve!